In Women's Health

Week 4 of the Women’s Health Mini-MBA pulled back the curtain on how women’s health companies actually survive, scale, and sustain impact. We dug into the financial forces shaping the industry: - Why runway dictates strategy - How valuations from the 2020–2023 “heyday” are catching up with founders now - Why today’s tougher market requires real traction, longer diligence cycles, and a clearer path to profitability. We also unpacked how investors think: the ownership stakes they target, the pressure to return the entire fund, and how those expectations shape which products get built, which markets get prioritized, and which companies make it to the next round. On the business model side, we explored why many women’s health companies can’t rely on a single model. Whether it’s B2C, B2B, B2B2C, or employer-sponsored care, each model solves a different piece of the puzzle — especially in a system where the user, payer, and beneficiary are often three different people. The takeaway? If we want to change outcomes for women, we have to understand the economics, incentives, and strategic decisions behind the companies building that future. #InWomensHealth #MiniMBA  Alice Kim Ariella Tal Ashley Cassens Brittany Ryan Dheera Ananthakrishnan Heather Pitorak, MPH Holly Lauridsen, PhD Joya Kapoor Kamini Menon Kerry A. Thomson, PhD, MPH Dr. Kertia Duga, Systems Architect of Women’s Health Lekha Puri, MPH Lina Scroggins Lindsey Clopp Megan Neff Michelle Gelband, LMSW Michelle Korte Neha D. Ragini Kothari Ramya Dronamraju Flores, MPH Rangena Hotaki Sabrina C. Sara K. Head, PhD, MPH Sarah Ferrick Sarah Trott Sarah Hatz Shanta Whitaker-Toney,PhD,MPH Shanthi Marie Blanchard (she/her) Vandya Juneja-Shah

Burnout isn’t a sign you’re failing — it’s a signal that something needs care. 💛 In women’s health, where caregiving, purpose, and performance so often overlap, burnout can quietly build until it feels impossible to reset. Join us for a grounding, practical session with Brogan Rossi and Rae Thomas, founders of Feelings Found, as we explore: ✨ What burnout actually looks like (beyond exhaustion) ✨ How to spot the early signs ✨ Small, sustainable practices that help you rebound with clarity and ease You’ll leave with language, tools, and next steps you can use right away. Registration link is in the comments! #WomensHealth #BurnoutRecovery #EmotionalResilience #LeadershipDevelopment

🚀 New opportunity alert! Spring Health An exciting role just landed on our job board — and it’s only the beginning. Want first access to exclusive roles shaping the future of women’s health? Head to inwomenshealth.com and tap the Job Board tab to learn how to become a member. #WomensHealth #HealthcareJobs #WomensHealthCareers #HealthInnovation #NowHiring #CareerOpportunity #WomenInHealthcare #HiringinWomensHealth

Burnout isn’t a personality flaw—it’s a signal. And in women’s health, where the demands of work, caregiving, and mission-driven pressure collide, it can creep in quickly. Join us for a practical, grounding session on what burnout actually looks like, how to spot the early signs, and small, sustainable practices that make everything feel more manageable. This conversation is led by Brogan Rossi and Rae Thomas, founders of Feelings Found, who specialize in helping high-performing individuals build emotional resilience and navigate demanding seasons with more clarity and ease. You’ll walk away with language, tools, and actionable steps you can use immediately. Register for the event here: https://luma.com/dh7nwgs7

Looking to break into Women’s Health—or level up your career? Join the In Women’s Health newsletter — it’s completely free, and every week we send you 100+ new roles across the women’s health landscape. From clinical care to research, policy, advocacy, digital health, and beyond, we handpick the opportunities that actually matter — so you can spend less time searching and more time growing. Subscribe for free and get the roles delivered straight to your inbox here: https://lnkd.in/d2qGuTrk #WomensHealthJobs #HealthcareCareers #FemTechJobs #PublicHealthJobs #NursingCareers #OBGYNCareers #MidwiferyJobs #HealthPolicyJobs #DigitalHealthCareers #CareerGrowth

Being an IWH Pro member transforms the job search from isolating to empowering. Instead of navigating your next career step alone, you’re surrounded by people who believe in you, advise you, and open doors you didn’t even know existed. As a member, you gain: • Confidence in your story and your direction • Clarity around roles that truly fit you • Momentum through consistent guidance • Belonging in a field that can feel tough to break into • Visibility inside an ecosystem built on relationships In Women’s Health is more than a platform — it’s a living, breathing community shaping the future of this field. And we can’t wait to share what’s coming in 2026. Below is a glimpse of IWH members meeting up across the country — at conferences, events, and those spontaneous coffee chats. These moments capture the joy, connection, and community that define what we’re building. This is what happens when women in health show up for each other. 💛 Become a pro member here: https://lnkd.in/g6R-tZRV Jodi Neuhauser #womenshealth #careerGrowth #healthcarecareers #womeninhealthcare #professionalcommunity #healthcareleadership #careerdevelopment #networkingmatters #womensupportingwomen #iwhcommunity

If you are trying to find a Thanksgiving topic that feels fresh, interesting, and completely safe for the whole table, here is a surprisingly great one: the economics of women’s health. This week in the Women’s Health Mini MBA, we focused on the financial forces that shape care. We talked about how maternity care is often reimbursed at rates that do not cover the true cost of delivery, how employers usually act as the real customer in our system, and why providers pay close attention to payer mix and the Medical Loss Ratio. One example stood out: - In Alabama, Medicaid reimburses maternity care at about $1,800 even though hospitals spend more than $5,600 delivering that care, causing maternity wards to close, and forcing families to drive 60–90 minutes to receive care. We also looked at the financial backbone of women’s health companies. We discussed what it takes to secure funding, why runway matters, and how closing the women’s health gap represents a one trillion dollar economic opportunity if care is valued correctly. Jodi reminded us that these topics should become dinner table conversation. Not heavy. Not controversial. Just thoughtful and human. The kind of conversation that helps people understand how the system around them actually works. So if you need an easy Thanksgiving conversation starter, try this: “Did you know it often costs hospitals more to deliver a baby than they get paid?” It is interesting. It is accessible. And it opens the door to understanding something that affects so many families. This is the moment to bring women’s health to the table. #InWomensHealth #WomensHealthMBA #WomenInHealthcare #MaternalHealth #HealthEquity #HealthcareFinance #FemTech Alice Kim Ariella Tal Ashley Cassens Brittany Ryan Dheera Ananthakrishnan Onyemaechi Anoruo, MD MPH MS Heather Pitorak, MPH Holly Lauridsen, PhD Kamini Menon Kerry A. Thomson, PhD, MPH Dr. Kertia Duga, Systems Architect of Women’s Health Lina Scroggins Megan NeffMichelle Gelband, LMSW Michelle Korte Neha D. Ragini Kothari Ramya Dronamraju Flores, MPH Rangena Hotaki Sara K. Head, PhD, MPH Sarah Ferrick Sarah Hatz Shanta Whitaker-Toney,PhD,MPH Vandya Juneja-Shah

Burnout Isn’t a Personality Trait: Sustainable Practices for Managing and Moving Forward Recently, we asked our community: “When you think about your health and well-being, what area feels most in need of attention right now?” The top answer was unmistakable: mental health and stress management. In response, we’ve partnered with Feelings Found to bring you a free expert-led session focused entirely on burnout and how to make things more manageable. This conversation is led by Brogan Rossi and Rae Thomas, founders of Feelings Found who specialize in helping high-performing individuals build emotional resilience and navigate demanding seasons with more clarity and ease. Join us for a practical, grounding session on what burnout actually looks like, how to spot the early signs, and small, sustainable practices that make everything feel more manageable. You’ll walk away with language, tools, and actionable steps you can use immediately.

Ready to pivot into Women’s Health? 🌿 This week’s newsletter breaks down exactly how your current skills can transfer into the women’s health sector — plus a curated list of roles aligned with your background. Here are a few slides highlighting some of the insights we shared 👇 Visit inwomenshealth.com access the free jobs newsletter and unlock our Pro Member job board, featuring opportunities across 122+ companies. Get eyes on new roles before they hit the market 👀✨ #WomensHealth #WomensHealthJobs #FemTech #WomenInSTEM #HealthcareCareers #CareerTips #CareerShift #JobSearchTips #WomenInPublicHealth #InWomensHealth

🚀 New opportunity alert! Gaia An exciting role just landed on our job board — and it’s only the beginning. Want first access to exclusive roles shaping the future of women’s health? Head to inwomenshealth.com and tap the Job Board tab to learn how to become a member. #WomensHealth #HealthcareJobs #WomensHealthCareers #HealthInnovation #NowHiring #CareerOpportunity #WomenInHealthcare #HiringinWomensHealth